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General information about plastics the use of plastic trench drains.

What is Load Class and Why Is It Important?

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When it comes to stormwater management systems, one crucial aspect that often goes overlooked is Load Class. It plays a significant role in the design and functionality of the overall drainage system. Understanding Load Class or Load Rating is essential for ensuring the longevity and optimal performance of a trench drain. Traffic Loads Load Class […]

The Basics of Trench Drain Grates

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Drainage grates may go unnoticed in our daily lives, but their impact on maintaining safe and functional spaces is undeniable. Whether in industrial, commercial, residential, or public settings, these grates play a crucial role in managing water runoff and safeguarding the integrity of infrastructure. The Basics of Trench Drain Grates Trench drain grates, also known […]

Keeping Livestock Safe – Grate Ideas

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The customer initially thought that we were the manufacturer of the grate but had purchased it from one of the big box stores. We weren’t provided with detailed information about the occurrence but were informed that her horse’s leg went through the grate and fell. The grate pinched around its hind leg causing the horse […]

TDS Announces – Virtual Trade Showroom

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Why Visit Our Showroom? There’s no need travel or pay to attend a trade show. Simply shop from your seat and take your time viewing each section in 3D. Trench Drain systems (TDS) is a national distributor for numerous name brand trench drain manufacturers. TDS also manufactures exclusive products for multiple drainage products. Click on […]

The Basics of Z884: Zurn’s 4″ Drain

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Z884 Drainage System There is a wide variety of applications that require a trench drain system. Finding a drain system that fits both a commercial and a residential project can be difficult. The Z884 by Zurn is a general purpose shallow drainage system and is ideal for both. A smooth round base allows this channel […]

Decorative Grating for POLYCAST 600

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There are multiple trench drain systems available on the market today, but not all have the application flexibility as Hubbell’s POLYCAST 600 series. These pre-sloped drain systems are ideal for a variety of projects and often use a standard slotted ductile iron grate, as it is a versatile option. Occasionally, there is a need for […]

Replacing Broken Trench Drain Grates

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Replacing broken trench drain grates is important. A damaged system causes multiple issues throughout an application. There are several questions to ask and steps that should be taken when considering changing out broken grate covers. Replacing Broken Trench Grates Several reasons cause grates to need replacing, age and improper specification are among the most common. […]

Introducing Driveway Drainage Kits

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Driveway drainage kits are ideal for residential and a variety of commercial applications. The installation of a drain system is an important part of any new or existing infrastructure. A trench drain can stretch across the entire driveway effectively stopping the water flow before it can harm your garage, basement, foundation, or nearby structures. The […]

Pardon My French “Drain”

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Standing water is an continuous issue when it comes to landscapes. Simple hand-dug ditches are one of the earliest forms of water drainage. By creating an outlet that was lower than the current soil level a natural drainage system was created. Developing over the years this process transformed into French drains and then into the […]

Common Reasons Why Trench Drains Fail

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Trench drain systems can be a large, but important investment to any property. There are multiple facets to each project that help determine how and what drainage system to use. Fundamental mistakes are often made that cause a new installation of trench drain to fail. This happens when the entire scope of the project isn’t […]